Bohemian Wedding - Ground Seating?

First and foremost how amazing, romantic and so feasible to do this style ..honestly I would be okay as long as you told the guests what’s to be expected so you can accommodate if some guests would rather sit but I hope not because this is so cool😍🍾📸❤️

I think as long as you mixed it with some traditional tables/chairs, it would be very unique! I know there would definitely be older people in my family who could not easily get up and down from a seating arrangement like this. Also, any very overweight guests would struggle with this and it could create an embarrassing situation if someone could not easily get back up without assistance. But, I think your younger guests/friends would probably love it!

View Quoted Comment I agree if you could mix it with some traditional ones for people with leg problems or elders, it would be better to be more accommodating.
I do have to say though that it can be kind of uncomfortable sitting on the floor like that after a while. My husband and I went to a traditional Korean after noon tea spot where we sat on the floor and it was kind of hard for him to get into position and everything.

I would put more tables/chairs than just for elderly. I’m in my early 30s and would not like sitting on the floor for a wedding. I think this looks great in photos but realistically would be inconvenient for your guests.

Make sure your guests know about this if possible. I personally wouldn’t want to sit on the ground in certain dresses and would want to be prepared with shorts of some kind underneath just in case. It’s also important for any guests with back problems or other health concerns so that they can potentially let you know they’ll need alternative seating. My FH is in his 20s but has major back problems, and I also have a knee issue that would make sitting there for a while difficult. Age isn’t always a factor.

I haven’t done this (our wedding will be very formal) but I’m a 22 year old who gets very uncomfortable sitting at this type of table arrangements, especially if nicely dressed, and I’m not elderly or have any health conditions 😂
It looks lovely but might not be too practical.

This looks like fun, and so sweet & romantic. However as other PP said, keep elderly guests in mind.

Maybe you could include a question on the RSVP about what type of seat they would prefer. Then you can gauge who to assign “Pillows” or “Chairs” to.

I agree it’s very cute, maybe good for a kids table. But not practical for a lot of guests. Good luck!

Sorry but while I think it looks amazing in pictures, I don't think it would be very comfortable, especially when dressed up.

Yeah sorry to be boring but I don't think I would enjoy this either. I like picnics and those are on the ground, but I would expect something a little more formal or comfortable if I were a guest at a wedding. It would also be difficult for older people to sit down and get up.

It looks beautiful! As a guest, I personally would be super bummed out about that. 1. it would be uncomfortable. 2. I wouldn’t want to dress up and worry about dirt and grass stains. 3. Grass makes me itchy.

I agree having some tables for those who maybe have allergies to grass, elders, and people with medical issues ect is a great idea. It sure looks romantic and beautiful though!

I would worry about grandparents and other people getting up and down from the ground. I would also let the guest know ahead of time. It would be impossible to sit like that in a tight dress, so they would need a heads up.

It's pretty, but as I guest, I would not be happy about sitting on the ground for dinner. Many women wear dresses to weddings, so that would be very uncomfortable for anyone wearing a dress. Also, extended time sitting without back support is not comfortable. As a guest, I'd much rather have an actual chair.

I agree with other posters. While the look is beautiful, I don't know how practical it is. As others have said, those who are older, have back or leg problems, or wearing a dress may find it very inconvenient/difficult to sign and eat like that.

Hi everyone, thank you for the input. I feel the need to clarify that I fully intend on having chairs and tables for those who don't want to sit and am aware this is not an option for everyone.
My main question was more asking if it were possible to do both ground and chair seating in a way that wouldn't mess with the flow of conversation and general partying?

Ahh ok. Sorry, I misread the question. I think it depends on the layout of the space. Maybe, instead of having ground seated dining, just have an area that's more or a lounging spot that maybe people can hang out and chat after the dinner portion of the reception? Like, have the pillows and rugs and such as a "conversation pit" type space? I agree there may be an awkward flow if you have both in the same area.

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Oh thats a great idea!

I think it's super cute & trendy, but I personally would be super hesitant. It would be hard for men in suits or women in dresses to sit on the ground, kids would run around (probably not realizing they should stay seated), elderly or disabled people would have a hard time getting up/down, and it just seems super casual.

I love this idea, it's super trendy and fun. But I do agree with some of the concerns mentioned.... maybe you can do something like this for your bridal shower instead? That way you can still incorporate what you really want without it being awkward or uncomfortable for guests.